cut off

Example Sentences

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Scientists and conservationists say the larger species will be cut off from food, water and mates with precious genetic diversity.

From Los Angeles Times

And, almost incidentally, this was in February 2011 - putting more holes in Andrew's assurances that he'd cut off any contact with Epstein the previous year.

From BBC

Long Beach police Officer Robert Cruz on Monday was testifying in the trial and made a brief mention of hearing about a Monterey Park officer in the case, but was cut off by Deputy Dist.

From Los Angeles Times

I cut off all contact with him several years ago.

From The Wall Street Journal

Like the metal leash, "we are protected by an unreliable, thin chain of ethics. And if it's cut off, we will be killed by this technology," said Todo.

From Barron's